Responsible and hardworking individual with a drive for learning new things, while striving to perfect any task given to complete the job in a timely and safe manner.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Aircraft Structural Mechanic
Lockheed Martin
Greenville, SC
08.2022 - 02.2024
Aligned structural assemblies with jigs and fixtures prior to joining them with fasteners.
Provided guidance and training to less experienced mechanics on the job site.
Researched technical manuals for information regarding repair techniques for specific components.
Installed new structural parts, such as stringers, ribs, bulkheads, floor boards, control surfaces and tail sections.
Assembled aircraft subassemblies by bolting or riveting components together.
Assisted in troubleshooting complex problems related to aircraft structure.
Applied sealants to prevent leakage of fluids from joints and seams between structural members.
Collaborated closely with other mechanics in order to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
Drilled holes in structural parts for rivets or bolts.
Fabricated complex assemblies by cutting, forming and welding metal components according to engineering drawings.
Drilled holes in fuselage sections during repair work using portable electric drills or pneumatic drills.
Guided other technicians on repair techniques.
Maintained accurate records of completed maintenance work.
Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
Maintenance Technician
General Eletric- Turbine Division
Greenville, SC
04.2021 - 07.2022
Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
Worked closely with engineering team to develop innovative solutions for existing problems.
Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
Pipefitter
Excel Industrial/ XTO Energy
Malaga, NM
04.2019 - 11.2020
Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met
Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required
Mark weld points and positions of components on workpieces, using rules, squares, templates, or scribes
Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects
Prepare all material surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there is no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter
Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members
Measure, cut, thread and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports
Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers
Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Electrical Helper
Excel Electrical
Greenville, SC
05.2018 - 03.2019
Threads conduit ends, using pipe threader, and connects couplings and conduit fittings, using wrench
Secures brackets to bulkheads with screws and bolts and pulls wires through conduit leading to connection boxes, switch panels, and other terminals
Fabricates conduit support brackets from strap iron strips, using hacksaw, shaping dies, hammer, and punch.
Welder / Fabricator
Vermeer Industrial Corp.
Mauldin, SC
08.2017 - 04.2018
Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required
Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers
Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment
Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications
Observe meters, gauges, or machine operations to ensure that soldering or brazing processes meet specifications
Mark weld points and positions of components on workpieces, using rules, squares, templates, or scribes
Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines
Conduct trial runs before welding, soldering, or brazing and make necessary adjustments to equipment
Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met.
Pipefitter
Hope Power & Industrial
Fountain Inn, SC
10.2016 - 03.2017
Operation of forklift, Moving hazardous material for safe storage and keeping, within the confines of a crowd workzone
Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members
Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements
Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications
Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects
Prepare metal surfaces or workpieces, using hand-operated equipment, such as grinders, cutters, or drills
Read blueprints, work orders, or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications.
Millwright/Electrical Helper
Tesla
Gigafactory Sparks, NV
02.2015 - 07.2016
Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required
Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment
Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements
Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge
Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members
Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met
Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level.
Pipefitter
First Quality Tissue
Anderson, SC
09.2014 - 03.2015
Measure, cut, thread and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or other supports
Mount brackets and hangers on walls and ceilings to hold pipes, and set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes
Cut or drill holes in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes
Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits
Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers
Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment
Connect and turn regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure so that desired flames are obtained
Prepare all material surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there is no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter
Signal crane operators to move large workpieces.
Pipefitter
Tenaris Steel Mill - Bay City
TX
03.2014 - 08.2014
Inspect, measure, or test completed metal workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using measuring and testing devices
Read blueprints, work orders, or production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications
Set up, operate, or tend welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products or assemblies
Load or feed workpieces into welding machines to join or bond components
Assemble, align, and clamp workpieces into holding fixtures to bond, heat-treat, or solder fabricated metal components
Lay out, fit, or connect parts to be bonded, calculating production measurements as necessary
Conduct trial runs before welding, soldering, or brazing and make necessary adjustments to equipment
Give directions to other workers regarding machine set-up and use
Observe meters, gauges, or machine operations to ensure that soldering or brazing processes meet specifications
Prepare metal surfaces or workpieces, using hand-operated equipment, such as grinders, cutters, or drills
Tend auxiliary equipment used in welding processes
Mark weld points and positions of components on workpieces, using rules, squares, templates, or scribes.
Laborer
KS Industries - Tioga
ND
04.2013 - 02.2014
Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects
Cover surfaces with drop cloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting
Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines
Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required
Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met
Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, or other finishes to equipment, buildings, bridges, or other structures, using brushes, spray guns, or rollers
Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment
Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements
Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge
Start engines, move throttles, switches, or levers, or depress pedals to operate machines, such as bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders, or backhoes
Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members
Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials, using trucks, crawler tractors, power cranes, shovels, graders, or related equipment
Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met
Check fuel supplies at sites to ensure adequate availability
Test atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions when working in confined spaces
Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
Education
Welding Certificate - Proper Welding procedures for Pipe welding
Arclabs Welding School
08.2017
GED - General Education
Greenville Technical College
07.2010
Skills
Coordination
Time Management
Building and Construction
Critical Thinking
Judgment and Decision-Making
Active Learning
Equipment Selection
Quality assurance procedures
Emergency Egress System Maintenance
Advanced Blueprint Reading
Precision Sheet Metal Work
Structural Assembly Techniques
Fastener Selection Knowledge
HAZMAT handling
Maintenance Documentation
Team Collaboration
Excellent Communication
Timeline
Aircraft Structural Mechanic
Lockheed Martin
08.2022 - 02.2024
Maintenance Technician
General Eletric- Turbine Division
04.2021 - 07.2022
Pipefitter
Excel Industrial/ XTO Energy
04.2019 - 11.2020
Electrical Helper
Excel Electrical
05.2018 - 03.2019
Welder / Fabricator
Vermeer Industrial Corp.
08.2017 - 04.2018
Pipefitter
Hope Power & Industrial
10.2016 - 03.2017
Millwright/Electrical Helper
Tesla
02.2015 - 07.2016
Pipefitter
First Quality Tissue
09.2014 - 03.2015
Pipefitter
Tenaris Steel Mill - Bay City
03.2014 - 08.2014
Laborer
KS Industries - Tioga
04.2013 - 02.2014
Welding Certificate - Proper Welding procedures for Pipe welding